1992 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 372 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 520 2010 Porsche Panamera
Make BMW Porsche
Model 520 Panamera
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4968 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1417 mm


 

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